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ASK LOVE GURU: We want to live-in but...

ASK LOVE GURU: We want to live-in but...

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

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Durable firms gearing up for Dussehra-Diwali business

Durable firms gearing up for Dussehra-Diwali business

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Categories such as washing machines, refrigerators and television sets have seen sales growth of around 8-10 per cent in August compared to last year, industry sources said, with September also reporting a similar growth trajectory.

We have had enough of getting bashed up: Aus coach Langer

We have had enough of getting bashed up: Aus coach Langer

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

Relieved at being able to break a run of recent reverses with a four-run win over India in the first T20 International in Brisbane on Wednesday, Australia coach Justin Langer said they are tired of being 'bashed up'.

Team combination on Kohli's mind as India take on SA

Team combination on Kohli's mind as India take on SA

Rediff.com25 Dec 2021

India have a real shot at winning their first ever away series against South Africa,

Star Performer: Tewatia does it again!

Star Performer: Tewatia does it again!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

Rahul Tewatia smashed an unbeaten 45 off 28 balls as the Royals overhauled the 159 run target with a ball to spare.

Some progress, but...: Jaishankar on Sino-India talks over LAC row

Some progress, but...: Jaishankar on Sino-India talks over LAC row

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

Jaishankar said so far there was no "visible expression" of the talks on ground.

Kohli has made India a tough side, can't be bullied: Hussain

Kohli has made India a tough side, can't be bullied: Hussain

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

Former England captain Nasser Hussain believes skipper Virat Kohli has instilled a fighting attitude in the current Indian team, which does not get bullied by adversities, whether on or off the field.

Economy on sustained path of revival: Sitharaman

Economy on sustained path of revival: Sitharaman

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said the Indian economy is on a sustained path of revival and cited rise in GST collections and direct taxes to support her assertion. She further said that the confidence in the Indian stock market is growing as retail and small investors are keenly investing money in the share market. She was addressing the media in New Delhi.

India willing to be patient with Pant after Sydney heroics

India willing to be patient with Pant after Sydney heroics

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Pant's keeping was criticised after he dropped Australia opener Will Pucovski twice on the opening day but his batting heroics underlined why India keep playing him ahead of the technically superior Wriddhiman Saha.

M-cap of BSE-listed companies at record $3 trillion

M-cap of BSE-listed companies at record $3 trillion

Rediff.com25 May 2021

The country's dash to a $3-trillion market cap is more a case of teamwork, than a few members doing most of the heavy lifting. Sample this: The share of top 100 companies to India's total market cap (BSE-listed companies' m-cap) is 67.3 per cent currently, less than what it has been when the nation hit previous milestones, such as $1 trillion, $1.5 trillion in 2007 or $2.5 trillion more recently in December 2020. In 2007, when India's m-cap topped the $1-trillion mark for the first time, the top 100 companies accounted for three-fourths of the total m-cap; at $1.5 trillion, the share was almost 80 per cent.

Laxmmi Bomb trailer: Akshay Rules!

Laxmmi Bomb trailer: Akshay Rules!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

Kudos to Akki for taking up such a hatke role and playing it with confidence, notes Namrata Thakker.

What Malaika Finds Extremely Painful

What Malaika Finds Extremely Painful

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

'It feels extremely painful when you tell a contestant that your journey ends here or that you have to go back home.' 'My heart breaks at that point because each one of them is an exceptional talent.'

Business travel takes off again on a wing and a prayer

Business travel takes off again on a wing and a prayer

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Business executives are finally dusting off their long-unused suitcases to resume travel, thanks to a good vaccination rate, a drop in fresh cases, and an easing of travel restrictions. It comes as a huge relief for the ravaged aviation, travel and hospitality sectors. "We are witnessing a 40 per cent recovery on pre-covid volumes from our business travellers, signalling the return of corporate confidence in air travel," said Indiver Rastogi, president & group head, Global Business Travel, Thomas Cook (India) & SOTC.

Is A Vaccine Booster Needed?

Is A Vaccine Booster Needed?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

'There is no emergency of a third wave that we are rushing for booster doses.'

Dhoni is going to get better and better, says Fleming

Dhoni is going to get better and better, says Fleming

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming said England player Moeen Ali has strengthened the team as he brings all-round value to it, which was missed in the last IPL season.

Indian boxers eye strong show at Asian Championships

Indian boxers eye strong show at Asian Championships

Rediff.com23 May 2021

India had delivered its best ever Asian Championship performance in the 2019 edition in Thailand, claiming 13 medals, including two gold, four silver and seven bronze.

'Below par batting; England made us pay'

'Below par batting; England made us pay'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

India skipper Virat Kohli admitted that his team was clueless about handling the challenge posed by the conditions in the first T20 international against England, in Ahmedabad, on Friday.

Omicron cases a wake-up call for India: Expert

Omicron cases a wake-up call for India: Expert

Rediff.com5 Dec 2021

Dr Mishra further explained the effect of hybrid immunity on the vaccinated population and said that it is likely to give protection to people along with the Indian vaccines administered.

Covid: Big 3rd wave unlikely in India, say experts

Covid: Big 3rd wave unlikely in India, say experts

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Is the worst of the Covid crisis behind India? As cases dip three weeks after Diwali, the answer is a possible yes, say several experts, attributing the downslide to a large section of the population already exposed to the virus during the second wave and a stepped up vaccination campaign.

How Team India reacted to Ranatunga's second-string comment

How Team India reacted to Ranatunga's second-string comment

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

According to SKY, the team atmosphere is very relaxed.

Kohli lauds 'gamechanger' Chahal

Kohli lauds 'gamechanger' Chahal

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

'Yuzi (Chahal) comes in and completely changed the game for us. Not many spinners got much out of the pitch, but tonight he showed that you can turn it if you have it in your wrists. He showed he can get purchase on any wicket. The way he came in and bowled attacking lines, he changed the game.'

Post Handwara, Sena calls for another surgical strike

Post Handwara, Sena calls for another surgical strike

Rediff.com5 May 2020

It is not a good sign that the brave men were killed in one go on India's own land, an editorial in Sena mouthpiece Saamana said, adding that this happened when a strong and quite patriotic government is in power at the Centre.

Buttler happy to bat wherever team requires him

Buttler happy to bat wherever team requires him

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

Rajasthan Royals batsman Jos Buttler says he's ready play the role of opener or middle order batsman in the upcoming matches in the IPL.

Have the doors been temporarily shut on Pant?

Have the doors been temporarily shut on Pant?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Kohli backs Rahul as keeper, saying 'he lends balance to the side'.

Jadeja opens up on his all-round abilities

Jadeja opens up on his all-round abilities

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

The plan was to vary the pace of his deliveries and create angles, since there was not much turn on offer, said all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja after his four-wicket haul enabled India dismiss Australia for 338 on Day 2 of the third Test, in Sydney, on Friday.

'Corporate earnings in June quarter can be weak'

'Corporate earnings in June quarter can be weak'

Rediff.com27 May 2021

'There is a weak link between the economy and the stock market.'

Picked Rahane's brains, we are mentally prepared for England: Harmanpreet

Picked Rahane's brains, we are mentally prepared for England: Harmanpreet

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

'Rahane has so much experience, he shared them with us, offered us tips on how to bat'

Covid: 'Third Wave May Be Tiny Wave'

Covid: 'Third Wave May Be Tiny Wave'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

''A third wave is very likely to come because infection is still around.' 'But it can be just a ripple.'

We are very much alive in the series, says Root

We are very much alive in the series, says Root

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

Despite the chastening defeat, Root said they were still in the series.

'Omicron produces less severe illness'

'Omicron produces less severe illness'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

'What prevents infection are masks, physical distancing and good ventilation.'

'Pakistan will target England's fragile top-order'

'Pakistan will target England's fragile top-order'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2020

Pakistan are scheduled to play three Tests and as many Twenty20 matches against England. The first Test will begin at Lord's on July 30.

Dew made it tough for Kings XI bowlers: Rahul

Dew made it tough for Kings XI bowlers: Rahul

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

Kings XI Punjab captain KL Rahul blamed his side's inability to defend a decent total against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match to the dew factor

Coronavirus impact: Tourist inflow to India drops by 30%

Coronavirus impact: Tourist inflow to India drops by 30%

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

India has announced suspension of all tourist visas till April 15 in a bid to contain the spread of the virus.

Nepal leggie Lamichhane credits IPL and Mishra for growth

Nepal leggie Lamichhane credits IPL and Mishra for growth

Rediff.com23 Apr 2021

While Lamichhane admitted that playing amid the pandemic has been "challenging and difficult", the joy of taking the ball in hand was enough for the leg-spinner to beat COVID-19 blues having contracted the virus last year in November.

Rampaging India hoping to emulate Australia's past success

Rampaging India hoping to emulate Australia's past success

Rediff.com8 Oct 2017

Opener Shikhar Dhawan believes the right blend of youth and experience makes India a formidable side and it would be great if they can emulate the past success of five-time World champions Australia.

Carey run-out was game changing: Maxwell

Carey run-out was game changing: Maxwell

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

A miscommunication between Maxwell and Carey sent the latter back to the pavilion as the wicketkeeper-batsman fell short of his crease. India got the crucial wicket after the duo added 52 runs for the sixth wicket.

Boult on the biggest challenge for players during IPL

Boult on the biggest challenge for players during IPL

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Set to lead four-time champions Mumbai Indians' bowling attack in absence of Lasith Malinga, Kiwi left-arm pacer Trent Boult believes the biggest challenge for all the teams during the forthcoming Indian Premier League will be to adjust to the hot and humid conditions in the UAE.

Marginal improvement in Tarun Gogoi's condition: Doctors

Marginal improvement in Tarun Gogoi's condition: Doctors

Rediff.com22 Nov 2020

During the day, doctors completed the first round of dialysis to improve his kidney function and normalise his urine output, the GMCH superintendent told reporters.

It's time to lift trophy, says Ponting

It's time to lift trophy, says Ponting

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

Ponting said the way DC played they deserve to be in the title clash this season.

US Prez polls: 10 crore Americans have already voted

US Prez polls: 10 crore Americans have already voted

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

An estimated 16 crore people casting their votes in a presidential election is a record in itself in terms of turnout after 1900, according to Michael P McDonald, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Florida, who leads the US Election Project that tracks early voting.